St. Leo Catholic Church

Sacrament of Baptism—The sacrament of baptism for infants is administered on the 3rd weekend of the month. Parents should contact the parish office to set up an appointment for a baptism preparation class at least 1 month prior to the baptism. Parents must be registered parishioners or have a letter from their home parish with permission for the baptism to take place at a different church. Godparents must be practicing Catholics at least 16 years of age who have received the sacrament of confirmation and have a letter of good standing from the pastor of their home parish if they are not registered parishioners of St. Leo. A baptized Christian who is not Catholic may serve as a Christian witness to the baptism but not as a godparent. Sacrament of Marriage—A couple wishing to marry must contact the priest at least six months before setting the wedding date. The couple will be required to attend a marriage preparation course which will include at least one formal program such as an Engaged Encounter weekend or the Sponsor Couple Program. Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick—The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is celebrated upon request. Please notify the pastor or call the parish office if you know of anyone who might need this sacrament. Please inform the pastor or someone in the parish office if you or any of your family is in the hospital. Sacrament of Reconciliation—The sacrament of Reconciliation is available each Sunday from 10:15-10:45AM, Thursday 11:00-11:45AM or by calling the Parish Office for an appointment. Additional times are listed in the bulletin during Lent and Advent. Sacrament of Eucharist to the Homebound—Please notify the Parish Office if you or a family member is homebound and would like to receive the Eucharist. Parish Hall or Classroom Use—Use of the Parish Hall or classrooms for all meetings must be cleared through the Parish Office. All non-parish events such as showers, rehearsal dinners, wedding or anniversary receptions must be reserved 3 weeks before the event. The Diocese requires the purchase of an insurance policy covering the non-parish events.

JULY 14, 2019 15TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

401 N 12TH STREET ~ MURRAY, KY 42071 www.stleoky.org

Phone 270.753.3876 Fax 270.759.2074 Hours Mon, Wed & Thur from 8:00AM-4:00PM

Tues from 1:30PM-4:00PM Fri from 8:00AM-12:30PM Closed Daily for Lunch from 12:30-1:30PM

PARISH STAFF Fr. Brandon Williams Pastor brandon.williams@pastoral.org Fr. Eugene Batungbacal, C.S.s.R Director of Campus Ministry, Newman Center Sr. Esperanza Rivera-Gomez, Hispanic Ministry sresperanza@stleoky.org Cell 270.925.3942 Megan Bell Pastoral Associate Sherry Orr Parish Office Manager Joe Orr Facilities Manager Josh Stewart PSR Coordinator Deacon Victor Fromm & Deacon Joe Ohnemus Permanent Deacons

MASS SCHEDULE (CHECK BULLETIN/WEBSITE FOR CHANGES)

Weekend Saturday—4:00PM & Spanish Mass 5:30PM Sunday—8:00AM & 11:00AM

Weekday Mon, Tues & Thurs-12:05PM; Wed-6:00PM; Fri-8:00AM RECONCILIATION Sunday at 10:15AM & Thursday at 11:00AM or by calling to schedule an appointment.

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PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL Andy Balzer Ray Campbell Chris Clark Marty Jacobs Shawn Touney Belinda Woods Chris Wooldridge

COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES Sean Caldwell—Administration & Finance John Krieb—Building Committee Linda Ohnemus—Community Life Megan Bell—Faith Formation Fr. Brandon Williams—Liturgy Mike Basile—Social Justice

PRAYER REQUEST Patti Conklin Naomi Cunningham Hannah Gravitt Ron Ratliff James Strong Carolyn Haas Carrie Field John Resig Harold Jones Marie Dolchan Mike Lockett Mary Jane Murphy Tammie Riggins Rita Ford Kara Pecoraro John Mikulcik Kevin Munsey Mary Theresa Leach Eddie Shouse Jackie Dombro Jim Stroud Nancy Lewandowski Carl Woods Bonnie Plummer

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COMPENDIUM OF CATECHISM OF THE CATHOLIC FAITH

GOD'S SALVATION: LAW GRACE THE MORAL LAW

415. WHAT IS THE MORAL LAW? The moral law is a work of divine Wisdom. It prescribes the ways and the rules of conduct that lead to the promised beatitude and it forbids the ways that turn away from God.

SAINTS SPECIAL OBSERVANCES

Sunday: 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Bonaventure Tuesday: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Thursday: St. Camillus de Lellis Saturday: St. Apollinaris; Blessed Virgin Mary

NEWS EVENTS ICE CREAM SUNDAY (SUNDAE) FESTIVAL AT NEWMAN HOUSE

Fr. Eugene and the Newman House Students would like to invite everyone for an Ice Cream Sunday (Sundae) Festival on July 21 at 4pm at Newman House. Beat the heat with refreshing ice creams, have fun playing games and enjoy community fellowship. Come and join the fun!!!

WOMEN’S RETREAT: FRIENDS, FAITH FLIP FLOPS TAKE 2 AUGUST 23-24, 2019

Ladies, grab a friend and make plans to join women from all over the diocese at Kentucky Dam Village Resort for a women’s retreat! This retreat is being led by Kelly Wahlquist, a dynamic and inspiring author and speaker, who will encourage you to spread the message of Jesus by living the joy of the Gospel. The retreat is $30 if registered by July 31. Price goes up to $50 beginning August 1. This includes cocktails and appetizers Friday night, and breakfast and lunch on Saturday. Lodging is separate. Attendees must book and pay for their own room. There are rooms blocked off at Kentucky Dam Village Lodge under Owensboro Diocese Women’s Retreat until July 31. Special pricing is $89.95 plus tax. Up to four women could room together if they wished. Reservations can be made by visiting the park’s website or by calling 270-362-4271. Use group #3184 when you book. Find out all the details and register to attend by visiting https://owensborodiocese.org/womens-retreat/.

LIFE HOUSE ANNUAL BANQUET Join us a the Curris Center Ballroom on the Thursday, August 29th for Life House Annual Banquet. Seating begins at 6:00pm and the event is from 6:30-8:30pm. This year’s guest speaker is Abby Johnson, who’s story is told in the movie Unplanned. For more information or to make reservations call 270.753.0700.

ELDERLY CARE NEEDED Ellen Welle, from Illinois, is trying to help her elderly brother, who lives here in Murray, find some help with his wife. They are needing someone who could come a couple of hours a day. The wife has early stages of dementia and can’t be left alone in the house. If you are interested please contact Ellen at 618.540.8773.

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HAPPINESS

Since happiness is nothing else but the enjoyment of the Supreme good, and the Supreme good is above us, no one can be happy who does not rise above oneself.

—St. Bonaventure

WISDOM Wisdom has been defined as knowing the difference between pulling your weight

and throwing it around—Anonymous

3 4 0 1 N . 1 2 T H S T . • M U R R A Y , K E N T U C K Y

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading—The word of the LORD is very near to you, already in your mouths and in your hearts (Deuteronomy 30:10-14). Psalm—Turn to the Lord in your need, and you will live (Psalm 69) or Psalm 19. Second Reading—Christ Jesus is the image of the invisible God (Colossians 1:15-20). Gospel—The Samaritan traveler was moved with compassion at the sight of the man stripped and beaten by robbers (Luke 10:25-37). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass (c) 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Ex 1:8-14, 22; Ps 124:1b-8; Mt 10:34—11:1 Tuesday: Ex 2:1-15a; Ps 69:3, 14, 30-31, 33-34; Mt 11:20-24 Wednesday: Ex 3:1-6, 9-12; Ps 103:1b-4, 6-7; Mt 11:25-27 Thursday: Ex 3:13-20; Ps 105:1, 5, 8-9; 24-27; Mt 11:28-30 Friday: Ex 11:10—12:14; Ps 116:12-13, 15, 16bc, 17-18; Mt 12:1-8 Saturday: Ex 12:37-42; Ps 136:1, 23-24, 10-15; Mt 12:14-21 Sunday: Gn 18:1-10a; Ps 15:2-5; Col 1:24-28; Lk 10:38-42

LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura—Escuchen la voz del Señor. Es algo muy cerca de ti, y está en tu corazón; sólo necesitas observarla (Deuteronomio 30:10-14). Salmo—Escúchame, Señor, porque eres bueno (Salmo 69 [68]) o Salmo 19 (18). Segunda lectura—Todas las cosas fueron creadas mediante y para Cristo Jesús (Colosenses 1:15-20). Evangelio—Ser un vecino, mostrar amor tratando a otros con misericordia (Lucas 10:25-37). Hispanoamericano Dominical (c) 1970, Comisión Episcopal Española. Usado con permiso. Todos los derechos reservados.

LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Ex 1:8-14, 22; Sal 124 (123):1b-8; Mt 10:34—11:1 Martes: Ex 2:1-15a; Sal 69 (68):3, 14, 30-31, 33-34; Mt 11:20-24 Miércoles: Ex 3:1-6, 9-12; Sal 103 (102):1b-4, 6-7; Mt 11:25-27 Jueves: Ex 3:13-20; Sal 105 (104):1, 5, 8-9; 24-27; Mt 11:28-30 Viernes: Ex 11:10—12:14; Sal 116 (115):12-13, 15, 16bc, 17-18; Mt 12:1-8 Sábado: Ex 12:37-42; Sal 136 (135):1, 23-24, 10-15; Mt 12:14-21 Domingo: Gn 18:1-10a; Sal 15 (14):2-5; Col 1:24-28; Lc 10:38-42

GOD WANTS TO BE KNOWN The Old Testament reading from Deuteronomy praises God for inscribing the commandments in our very bodies. God s law is not distant or foreign, but a natural part of us. In his letter to the Colossians, Saint Paul echoes Moses, praising God for becoming one of us. The truly human, flesh-and-blood Jesus reminds us that God always wants to be recognizable and familiar to us. Jesus, who is also truly God, wants to be on intimate terms with each of us. God's passionate desire to be known by us is almost too wonderful to take in. Luke's Gospel helps us understand how to respond. The Good Samaritan parable provides practical advice for those who believe in God's intimate love for them and want to share that love with others. Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.

PRAYER WARRIORS NEEDED All are invited be Prayer Warriors of Jesus & Mary in the Church Militant of St. Leo Parish. Prayer Warriors meet on Wednesdays at 5:00pm in front of the Tabernacle to adore the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Together we pray Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Rosary and do Lectio Divina in reparation for all the offenses committed against the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, the source and summit of our Catholic faith, follows at 6:00pm.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

OUR MISSION St. Leo Parish, a culturally diverse Catholic community, empowered by the Holy Spirit, is committed to worshiping God and providing for the spiritual development of the parish and the larger community through liturgy, service, and evangelization.

OUR VISION St. Leo Parish, fully alive in the Body of Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit, will Minister to all phases of life of our parish and community: Celebrate through our Sacraments Be recognized as a foundational part of the community Be stewards of our gifts from God Actively welcome all

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION

On a summer day, with the windows open, we may hear the sound of church bells. Bells seem to have come into church life in Irish monasteries around the seventh century, and spread around the Christian world by Irish monks on missionary journeys. By the eighth century, bells were standard equipment in even small parish churches. An ancient ceremony, once called the baptism of the bells, recognizes that the church bell has a voice to call people to awareness and summon them to worship, and even bestows a name on the bell. In a world without clocks or watches, the bell had an indispensable role. For calling monks in from the fields for prayer, or alerting far-flung visitors, the bell's voice was enhanced by hoisting it high into a tower. Soon it was learned that the sound of several bells clanging together in harmony imparted a sense of joy to great celebrations, and bell towers prospered, some chock full of bells. Different combinations of rings could indicate a death, a Mass, a wedding, a fast day, the curfew at the end of day, and the Angelus. Before electricity, bell-ringing was hard work indeed: the biggest bell in the Catholic world, in Cologne, Germany, weighs twenty-seven tons! There s no substitute for the resonant roar of a mighty bell; electric chimes are not eligible for blessing! —James Field, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch

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St. Leo — Weekly Information

Saturday July 20th at 4:00pm Server: Nick Bell Lector: Jo Rae Peiffer EMHC: Linda Swift & Belinda Woods Hospitality: Andy & Cindy Rachoy

Sunday July 21st at 8:00am Server: Nicholas Caldwell Lector: Jim Riney EMHC: Jen Caldwell & John Heuser Hospitality: Deanna Swaggart & Annamarie Ulrich

Sunday July 21st at 11:00am Server: Collin Zellmer Lector: Chellam Antony EMHC: Debbie Crosslin, Mark Kennedy, Susan Lampkin, Jason Zellmer, Rob & Chanel Schwenck Hospitality: Solomon Antony & Linda Ohnemus If you are interested in being a Lector or EMHC please contact Megan at megan@stleoky.org or at the Parish Office at 270.753.3876. Thank you for sharing your time & talent with our Parish. M

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Monday July 15th 12:35pm Rosary

Tuesday July 16th 6:00pm Zumba 6:30pm Bingo at Knights of Columbus

Thursday July 18th 11:00am Confessions 12:35pm Chaplet of Divine Mercy

Friday July 19th 8:30am Chaplet of St. Michael

Sunday July 21st 10:15am Confessions

If you don’t register EARLY for PSR, the regular dates for registration will be July 27th-July 28th,

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Weekly Budgets Amount $ 7,178.07 Average YTD Budgeted $ 71,178.07 YTD Collection $ 7,438.81 Total ABOVE Budget $ 260.74

THE CURRENT BUDGET HAS NOT BEEN SET YET…..THE BUDGET NUMBER CURRENTLY LISTED IS LAST YEARS

Sunday—June 30, 2019

Regular Collections $ 5,060.05 At The Door Collection $ 10.00 Mass Intentions $ 80.00 Candle Collection $ 40.54 Capital Improvements $ 242.00 Children’s Collection $ 15.52

THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR TIME TALENT WITH OUR PARISH.

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Monday July 15th

12:05pm Sandra Barger

Tuesday July 16th

12:05pm Patrick Smith  

Wednesday July 17th 6:00pm Bob Navan

Thursday July 18th 12:05pm Belinda Woods

Friday July 19th

8:00am Intentions of Darryl Rezac

Saturday July 20th 4:00pm Herman Bickett 5:30pm Parish Families & Intentions in the Book

Sunday July 21st

8:00am Martha Ohnemus 11:00am Patrick Smith

Mass intentions are a great way to remember deceased loved ones, anniversaries & birthdays. Place your list of names in the regular intention envelope, which are located in the Gathering Space or the north side entrance with your donation.

VOCATIONS Tables/Tickets available for VOCARE 2019! VOCARE takes place on Friday, September 20, 2019 at the Owensboro Convention Center beginning with a social hour at 5:00pm, followed by dinner at 6:00pm. VOCARE, which means “called” is an annual celebration of vocations to priesthood and religious life. Our speaker for this year is Most Reverend Anthony Basil Taylor,

Bishop of the Diocese of Little Rock, Arkansas. Last year was a sold-out event. Reserve your seat by visiting owensborodiocese.org/Vocare. ¡Los boletos ya están de venta para VOCARE 2019! VOCARE se llevará acabo el viernes, 20 de septiembre del 2019 en el Centro de Convenciones de Owensboro empezando con una hora social a las 5PM seguida por una cena a las 6PM. VOCARE, que significa “llamado” es una celebración annual de vocaciones al sacerdocio y la vida religiosa. Nuestro orador este año es el Monseñor Anthony Basil Taylor, Obispo de la Diócesis de Little Rock, Arkansas. Se abrirá la venta de boletos y mesas el lunes, 17 de junio. El año pasado se vendieron por completo. Reserva su asiento en owensborodiocese.org/Vocare.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS—VENTURE RIVER

The Knights Of Columbus are planning a parish trip to Venture River on Sunday, July 28th. The Knights will be selling spots at a er Mass. Cost is $12/person with a max of $48/family, lunch is included. 

YOUNG ADULT RETREAT DAY There will be a Young Adult Retreat Day on Saturday, July 27 at the Mount Saint Joseph Retreat Center from 9:30am to 7:30pm open to those from 18 to 30’s. The day will feature talks given by Fr. Larry Hostetter, President at Brescia University and Sr. Monica Seaton, OSU. We will also have Mass with Bishop Medley. The cost is $25 and includes lunch and dinner. Come enjoy a day of rest, relaxation, and fellowship. Register at owensborodiocese.org/young-adult-retreat-day. For more information on the retreat and other Young Adult activities visit us on Facebook at OwensboroYoungAdult.

URSULINE SISTERS RAFFLE TICKETS

Sister Pam Mueller, OSU, will be here at the Sunday Masses, August 24th-25th to sell chances for the benefit of retired Ursuline Sisters. Chances are $5 each and the prizes include: 1) $10, 000, 2) $3,500, 3) $1,000, 4) Handcrafted Queen Size Quilt (value $1,000) 5) $500, 6) $250, and 7) $100. Drawing will be Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019

BOXES OF JOY The parish has again this year partnered with Cross Catholic Outreach to provide the opportunity for our children to serve others through the Boxes of Joy Christmas campaign. Simply pick up a very small item on your next visit to the store and drop in the bin labelled "Boxes of Joy", located near the coat rack in the Gathering Space. During July we are collecting mini-manicure sets, hair brushes and combs. Learn more at www.CrossCatholic.org/BoxesOfJoy. If you have any questions please contact Barb Kough at 270.832.5457.

CATECHISTS NEEDED FOR PSR! Please prayerfully discern if this is something God may be calling you towards. Both regular and substitute catechists are needed, and high

school/college students are welcome to volunteer. PSR is held on Sunday mornings from 9:15-10:30, following the calendar of the local school systems. All classes are taught by two catechists. All volunteers age 18 and over must be Safe Environment trained, which will be provided. For more information, contact Josh

at josh@stleoky.org or call the parish office.

ANNUAL YARD SALE St. Leo Yard sale will be on Thursday and Friday, August 15th, 16th from 8am until 7pm and Saturday, August 17 from 8am until 12pm. Parishioners can drop off donation items from 9am until 6 pm Monday – Wednesday, August 12th-14th. This is a great time to clean

out your closets and cabinets. We also need volunteers to help with sorting all the treasures and to help the days of the sale. Cheryl Chadwick is once again chairing the event. Please contact her if you can help 270.761.4729. This year’s yard sale fund

raiser will help with the short fall of the parish collections and 20% will help with Newman House expenses. Thanks to your donations, last year we raised over $3,500 and were able to give Fr. Eugene and Newman House $700.

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